A reliable measurement of postharvest losses for fresh produce is needed to ensure against future losses. The Taguchi loss function was used to quantify quality loss of fresh cucumber after testing different storage combinations.

Innovative packaging that uses nanotechnology to lengthen the shelf life of soft fruits and a "Lucky Iron Fish" used to combat anemia, both from Guelph, are among 13 concepts showcased in an international "innovation marketplace" at the UN assembl